Acid Horizon Introducing LEPHT HAND: Examining Georges Bataille's "The Psychological Structure of Fascism" (Part 1)
Jul 31, 2024
Dive into a provocative analysis of Georges Bataille's thoughts on fascism and its psychological underpinning. The exploration of Marxism's complexities reveals the delicate interplay between social dynamics and capitalist structures. Delve into the societal tensions of homogeneity versus heterogeneity, assessing individual identities shaped by productivity. Unpack the chilling dynamics of scapegoating under fascist regimes and the socio-economic conditions that allow such ideologies to flourish. A thought-provoking conversation beckons!
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Bataille's Approach to Fascism
- Bataille builds upon Marx's base and superstructure but emphasizes social inclusion and exclusion.
- He aims to explain how fascism arises within specific social structures, going beyond economic reductionism.
Why Fascism?
- Bataille questions why the proletariat didn't revolt in industrialized nations, as Marx predicted.
- He points to the rise of fascism in these nations as a key point of inquiry.